Mat Hames

Mat Hames

Personal Details

Biography

Mat Hames is a multifaceted creative professional, boasting a trifecta of talents as a director, writer, and producer, whose impressive body of work has garnered recognition and accolades across the industry.

Notably, his documentary films, What Was Ours (2017) and When I Rise (2010),have been showcased at prestigious festivals such as SXSW, HotDocs, IDFA, AFI, the Santa Barbara Film Festival, LA Shorts Fest, and SundanceTV, solidifying his reputation as a masterful storyteller.

When I Rise (2010) received a nomination for an IDA Award in the category of Best Music Documentary, further testament to his exceptional filmmaking skills.

As a co-founder of Austin-based non-fiction production company Alpheus Media, Mat Hames has spearheaded the creation of content for prominent entities such as PBS, Warner Brothers, Prime, SundanceTV, and others, cementing his position as a respected figure in the industry.

Throughout his career, Mat Hames has consistently demonstrated his ability to craft compelling narratives and produce high-quality content, earning him a reputation as a talented and accomplished filmmaker.

Career

2022
Fossil Country
Fossil Country as Director, Writer
2019
2018
Common Ground
Common Ground as Director
2017
Haus of Pain
Haus of Pain as Director
2016
What Was Ours
What Was Ours as Director
2010
When I Rise
When I Rise as Director
2006
Last Best Hope
Last Best Hope as Director